Re: IML: 1961 chrysler rear brakes

[randalpark@xxxxxxx]

You must use the correct drum puller to remove the drum. The FSM 
assumes that you know what this is and provides the tool number C-845. 
It also says "DO NOT USE A KNOCK OFF TYPE WHEEL PULLER". The procedure 
has been outlined here before and is fully discussed on the OIC we 
site. I believe that there are pictures there to illustrate the 
process. Light duty versions of this tool will not work. There is no 
other way to remove the drum. Prying on it won't work.

This can be a difficult and dangerous procedure if not done completely 
as instructed. Use the axle nut as a safety with the puller. 
Eventually, the drum will come off. Good luck on this project. It is a 
frequently asked about procedure. Imperials through 1964 were among the 
last cars to use the previously common tapered axle fit rear hub 
method.

Paul W.



-----Original Message-----
From: a1web@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
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Sent: Mon, 16 Apr 2007 11:27 AM
Subject: IML: 1961 chrysler rear brakes

I just don't get it. I need to replace the brakes shoes on the rear of 
the car. So I jack her up put her on stands. Pull the wheels, take the 
pin out and unscrew the center nut.Thats it right theres nothing else 
to do. The wheel spins freely.  I noticed it wasn't coming off so I 
used a drum puller. Now I used a impact wrench. It didn't take it off. 
Is there something here I am missing. I also tryed prying it off is 
that a good idea or not . How much pressure is enough and can i damage 
anything by doing this. Is there something or a step that I am not 
doing. What i don't understand is when you look in a repair book they 
have nothing on pulling the drum .Just how to install brakes its like 
the drum must fall off for you ? Until you remove the drum  you cant do 
the brakes. so why is there nothing on it ?.Does the e-brake need to be 
off ?or does it matter ?why is it so hard to get off.I don't 
understand. Can someone give me some in site on this thank you Mark
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